HR 66

HR66 189864-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 16-JAN-18 189864-1:n:01/12/2018:JEC/jec LSA2018-302 MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM EARL STROUP. WHEREAS, we are greatly saddened to learn of the death of William "Will" Earl Stroup, a lifelong resident of Southside, Alabama, on January 9, 2018, at 26 years of age, and we uplift his inspiring life and legacy with utmost reverence and respect; and WHEREAS, the passing of William Earl Stroup leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community, where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, born July 30, 1991, Will graduated from Southside High School in 2009 and was scheduled to graduate from Jacksonville State University in the fall of 2018; he aspired to teach English in Japan; and WHEREAS, Will was a talented musician who played tuba in the Pride of Southside Marching Band and the Etowah Youth Orchestra; he was a self-taught piano player; and WHEREAS, reading and writing were passions of Will's, and he hoped to become an author; a kind and compassionate young man, he helped take care of his grandmother, Alice, for the past several years; and WHEREAS, Will was a faithful and dedicated member of Rainbow Church of Christ, where he volunteered manning the projector and sound; and WHEREAS, survivors include his mother, Susan Lasseter; father, Stanley Stroup; grandmothers, Virginia Lasseter and Alice Stroup; uncles, Paul (Ginger) Lasseter, Mike Walen, Jerry (Marla) Stroup, and Michael Stroup; close cousin and friends, Dave (Jessica) Lasseter and Nik Amberson; and numerous other cousins and friends; and WHEREAS, Will was a valued member of the community; although his presence is greatly missed, his memory is cherished in the hearts and minds of all those who were fortunate enough to know him; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That while grieving the death of William Earl Stroup, we are extremely grateful for his precious life, and we offer this resolution in highest tribute to his legacy, as well as with heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.